๐๐September Daily Weigh-in and Logging Challenge๐๐
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Hi! Iโm Jill and I absolutely โค๏ธ this group of like-minded friends. If youโre here, then youโre our friend!
Welcome to ๐๐September๐๐!
Fall is my favorite season. I live in Michigan, and I love the chilly mornings and evenings.โ๏ธ I love the sunny days and love watching the trees change colors ๐ณ ๐๐๐โฆ and the smell of fall. I donโt even mind the rainy days.
My goals this September are to:
๐Get outside and ๐ถโโ๏ธor ๐ด
๐Enjoy the season
๐Log daily
๐15 minutes of intentional exercise each day
September 1: 213
September 2: 213
September 3: 212
September 4: 212.8
September 5: 212.8
September 6: 213
September 7: 212.8
September 8: 211.6
September 9: 213.6
September 10: 213.1
September 11: 213.9โฆ ughโฆ I keep waiting for things to be perfect for me to get on my healthy and consistent walking and eatingโฆ so it never happens. Triggers to snack will always be thereโฆ so Iโm the one that needs to adjust.
September 12: 214.5 time to change things up! Today is day 1!
September 13: 213.6 betterโฆletโs go!
September 14: 213.2 letโs keep it going!
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SW 253
First goal: Onederland
UGW: 153
SW 253 | June - 239.8 | July - 237.2 | August - 230.6 |
Goals:
Track everything, consistency over perfection
10,000 steps a day
Gym 4x per week
Drink two tumblers of water per day
Read 30 mins a day
One Masterclass episode a day
Walk pup around the lake everyday
September Goal: lose 6 pounds
Sept 1: 230.6
Sept 2: 230.4
Sept 3: 230.2
Sept 4: 230.8 (too much wine last night. weigh in day tomorrow, going to try and be smart today)
Sept 5: 230.4 (down 1.8 this week yayyyy)
Sept 6: 230.8
Sept 7: 230
Sept 8: 233.2 (what the heck????? not sure what happened here. I refuse to believe it.)
Sept 9: 234.2 (going in the wrong direction, gotta smarten up)
Sept 10: 232.6
Sept 11: 232 (working my way back down slowly.)
Sept 12: 231 (weekly weigh in day today. Gained 0.6 this week.)
Sept 13: 231.4
Sept 14: 232.4 (having a hard time. Going to reboot and start fresh)
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September
9/1: 305.8lbs
9/2: 303.4lbs
9/3: 304.2lbs
9/4: 303.8lbs
9/5: 304.2lbs
9/6: 303.8lbs
9/7: 308.2lbs
9/8: 306.0lbs
9/9: 304.4lbs
9/10: 303.8lbs
9/11: 301.4lbs
9/12: 300.4lbs
9/13: 300.4lbs
9/14: 299.4lbs ( Iโm back in the 200โs!!! )
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My name is Donna. I am 5โ 5โ tall, 64 years old and from Michigan USA. In 2016 I weighed 253 lbs. I am on a journey of health and to get back to the real me.
Every healthy habit brings me closer to scratching each of these off to NEVER see them again!
250โs; 240โs; 230โs; 220's; 210's; 200's; 190's; 180โs; 170's; 160's; 150โs
This Challenge Starting Weight (from Aug 29th): 190.2
Goal: 186.2 (Four lb Loss)
Actual Ending Weight: xxxxx
Total Lost/Gained this month: xxxxx**********************ONE DAY, ONE STEP, ONE DECISION AT A TIME********************
Weight in blue makes me blue because itโs a gain. Weight in fuchsia pink makes me feel cheery because itโs a loss. Weight in black means no change.
09/01- DNW -(Trend Weight DNW )-
09/02-192.4-(Trend Weight 191.5)-
09/03-192.0-(Trend Weight 191.6)-
09/04-190.8-(Trend Weight 191.5)-
09/05-190.8-(Trend Weight 191.4)-
09/06-189.4-(Trend Weight 191.2)-
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09/13-DNW-(Trend Weight DNW)- I forgot that today is no-weigh Friday for me. Iโll likely be typing in blue still showing an increased weight tomorrow based on the travel and on my off-plan snacks last night. I really shouldnโt have skipped dinner. It didnโt work out anything like I planned. My bad!
09/14-192.8-(Trend Weight 191.5)- Oh Poppycock! Fiddlesticks! Lots of work to do and two more days of travel this week coming up on Wednesday and Friday which will make for two long days. I MUST make good choices and I MUST still try to get some form of movement in on those days. Iโm just all over the place right now but not giving up!
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Hi I'm Darlene and have been with this group for a while - it was the first "challenge" I joined on MFP, so holds a special place in my heart. I am 64, married, (Greg - 37 years), one adult daughter (Allyson), one pup - Monty the Goldendoodle. I retired in 2020.
๐ ๐ Hello September ๐๐
Starting Weight 228
SW Dec: 228 | Jan: 217 | Feb: 212 | Mar: 207.6 | Apr 200.2 | May 194.8 | Jun: 189.6 | Jul: 187.4 | Aug: 179.8 | Sep: 174.2 | Oct: 169.6 | Nov 164.6 | Dec 164 | Jan 159.8 | Feb 156.8 | Mar 152.8 | Apr 151.6 | May 149.6 | Jun 145 | Jul 143.5 | Aug 142.4
My September Goals
๐ฃ Average 12k Steps per day
๐ Log Daily
๐ฅ Stay under my calorie range
๐ช Strength Train 3 days per week
๐ซ Cardio 3 days per week
๐ฆต PT Knee Stretch and Strength 3 days per week
๐งโโ๏ธ 1Rest day - stretch routine
๐ฆ 8+ glasses of water
๐งStay under sodium goal
โ๏ธ Get to the ideal bmi range - just 2.5 pounds to go
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For the new people I write a reflection on how my prior month's weight loss journey went. Here is mine from August for anyone that cares to read.
August Reflection
The highly anticipated terrible August came and as expected was kind of a wash. I had a wonderful time โ but it is now time to get at it. Here is the good, the bad, and the ugly truth.
First and foremost, I lost 1.1 pounds this month. My steady shrinking is still in play โ I have lost every month since I started this weight loss journey. That being said, I made it by the skin of my teeth My birthday, girls trips, and anniversary all happened this month. Phew!
Exercise was better this month. I got the green light to start unseated exercise again in August and gradually increased my steps to an average of about 12-14K steps per day.
I reached the 1,700-mile marker on my quest to walk 2,024 miles in 2024, logging about 200 miles this month, as we speak am at 1,720 miles. My tracker says that I hit my goal in Mid-October. My second goal of hitting 2,024 intentional miles is coming along โ currently at 1,337 miles, 66% of the goal. Itโs just shy of where I should be (67%), but if my body holds up โ I can do it.
I am more determined than ever to get this done, and I hope that September will get me to the ideal BMI range (just 2.5 pounds to go). Then as I mentioned last month, will see where I end up as my goal weight when I get there - 100-pound loss or January 8, 2025 (my two-year starting date) whichever comes first.
My before and after pictures for August - not the best pictures - but didn't take too many in August.
My Goals for September:- Get to ideal BMI Range (140 pounds)
- Alternate Cardio and Strength
- Average 14K Steps per day
- Continue Physical Therapy Knee exercise โ every other day
- Make up miles for intentional 2,024 in 2024 to ensure that I make it
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Week OneSep 1- 142.5 ๐๐ฅ๐ช๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งI had a set back with my knee yesterday. Switched my strength exercise to a seated one, and couldn't get on the treadmill without pain - so was below my step goal. Iced and went to bed early - feel better this morning but will take it easy today - going to call it my rest day! Did my budget and my reflection (both not pretty this month).
Sep 2 - 142 ๐๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ซ๐ฆ๐งKnee is feeling much better, iced whenever I was sitting on my bottom in front of the tube! Got my intended exercise done, a little bit of cleaning done. A productive day.
Sep 3 - 142 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ช๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งBeautiful day in CT. Got in our normal AM walk, then cleaned out the front garden. I weeded out the front flowerbed, getting ready to plant some fall mums. Picked some basil and made some tomato/basil sauce - it was just ok. Next time, add some more spice. Then it was bingo night with mom. I didn't win, but won the half time trivia contest and the door prize - I'm rich $20 (I spend $30). LOL! Mom was in a grouchy mood - her hip is bothering her AND she didn't win. โน๏ธ
Sep 4 - 143.1 ๐ฃ๐๐งโโ๏ธ๐ฆ๐ง Let's just say I did to myself and I'm not proud about it. It was one of those can't sleep days, and binged while I was up. I know it's temporary if I can turn it around today. I am not going down this road again where I get close and then sabatoge myself.
Sep 5 - 143 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ซ๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งAnother night of no sleep, didn't binge - but did eat late. I justified it because I had calories left in my day - so today adding another tracker to my list - eat within my eight hour window. I have an orthopedic appointment for me knee today, hoping another shot will help with the soreness.
Sep 6 - 142.5 ๐๐ฅ๐๐ช๐ฆ๐งOrthopedic appointment well ok. Dr is submitting a request to insurance for a gel injection. It is supposed to last about 6 months. We talked about another cortizone shot, but she thought this might be a better for me. We discussed surgery again for the meniscus tear - but she doesn't think that is the best solution at this time - the repair could make the arthritis pain worse. Also talked about just using over the counter ibuprofen - but I don't like that option. Allyson's diswasher wouldn't drain, so we went to her place after the appointment - the motor is shot. Picking up a new one and installing today. Then tonight Allyson is coming for the weekend - celebrating Greg's birthday - dinner tonight and we are going to see a play tomorrow. I'll try to stick to the plan!
Sep 7 - 142.5 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งHappy with that number. We ordered in for dinner in - asian. Did well, ate 1/2 my entre - some endamame, and a spring roll and then a Yogurt Sundae (greek yogurt with mixed fruit, whipped cream, and some granola on top) for dessert. I tracked as good as I could and with my light BF and Lunch came under! I'm out again today - going out to lunch before we go to the play - checked out the restaurant and know what I am going to order - Arugula and Beet salad with goat cheese. Expect a rise tomorrow from the two days out - fingers crossed it won't happen.
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Week TwoSep 8 - 142.4 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ช๐ฆ Had a wonderful time yesterday. Started the morning with our usual walk, it was a cool morning, the leaves are just beginning to turn, lots of acorns on the ground. We met a family with two golden doodles on our walk. I always think we should get another. Dad says no way.
We went out for lunch and my plan for the beet salad was squashed - not on the actual menu (just on the internet). I had a wedge salad instead. Greg and Allyson ordered some pretzels for an app - I had one bite. Then Greg and I split a Tirimisu (I ate most) for dessert.
The play was phenomenal. One of the best that I have seen in a long time. Great music, and ALL the cast was so talented, not just the lead. It's based on the true story scottish born singer-songwriter Johnny Reid's grandmother of a coal miner's widow raising three boys with the help of her close knit friends.
Today - one more day of celebrating Greg's birthday. The Friends of Lake Pocotopaug is a group in my town that's mission is dedicated to the improvement of the Lake Pocotopaug and its environment. They are having a wine tasting fund raiser. There is an island in the middle of the lake, a privae island available for rent. It has a main lodge and five guesthouses. We have floated my many times but have never been on it. The tasting is on the island. Looking forward to it. There is a snack with it (I'm expecting cheese) and will call this my lunch.
Sep 9 - 144 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆต๐ฆ The weekend festivities caught up to me - although I stayed under my calorie limit - being over my sodium limit a couple days in a row will get me every time. I will need to flush it out for the next few days.
Sep 10 - 143.3 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ช๐ฆ๐งBingo night with Mom, resisted the goodies - noone won! Had a hearing test done yesterday, getting my hearing aides adjusted this morning. A little worse than last time - par for the course. Then not much going on - guess it's a housework day!
Sep 11 - 142.3 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งNice swish this morning. Hearing aids adjusted, doesn't sound any different to me - but will have to do. Today getting my gel injection, then we are going to see Reagan this afternoon. It's Greg's actual birthday today.
Sep 12 - 141.7 ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐งโโ๏ธ๐ฆ๐งAnother nice swish today and my first smile in a while. Rest day yesterday; my knee was pretty sore after the injection. I got in a small zumba workout later in the day, and did a seated stretch workout as well. I really enjoyed the movie. Dennis Quaid and Penelope Miller did an outstanding job playing Ronald and Nancy Reagan. Today we are going out on the boat with my sister and brother in law. Trying to soak in the last of summer while its here. It is supposed to be a beautiful day here today, high of 80, sunny, light winds.
Sep 13 - 141.4 ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐งBeautiful day on the water yesterday, then out to lunch. I had a salad with grilled chicken, and then had a light dinner to make up for it. I missed my step goal again, and also didn't do my knee stretches which was in my plan. My knee was/is pretty sore still from the injection. Although I did earn this trophy yesterday that I was happy about - 1800 miles in my quest for 2,024 in 2024 (walking not running).
Sep 14 - 141 ๐ ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ช๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งAnother nice day in Connecticut. Went for our morning walk. Then went out for another ride on the boat, trying to take in the last days of summer. Got my steps and workouts done. Cleaned a little, all in all a good day.
Week Three
Sep 15 - 140.7 ๐๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐ง Got it all done, nice walk in the AM, cleaned the bathrooms, relaxed a little soaking in the sun, then did my workouts in the afternoon. I tried a new Youtube channel that @lislisa123 (thank you) recommened in another group that I am in - it was fun. I like the ones that they don't talk through the whole workout. I did one with 5,000 steps.
https://www.youtube.com/@IngridKick
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@jennysweet58 Congrats on a great week. See you Monday!
@jo_casey42 Just look back on how far you have come. You can do it. It's just a bump in the road - persistance not perfection is the answer.
@lislisa123
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Hi! Iโm Jill and I absolutely โค๏ธ this group of like-minded friends. If youโre here, then youโre our friend!
Welcome to ๐๐September๐๐!
Fall is my favorite season. I live in Michigan, and I love the chilly mornings and evenings.โ๏ธ I love the sunny days and love watching the trees change colors ๐ณ ๐๐๐โฆ and the smell of fall. I donโt even mind the rainy days.
My goals this September are to:
๐Get outside and ๐ถโโ๏ธor ๐ด
๐Enjoy the season
๐Log daily
๐15 minutes of intentional exercise each day
September 1: 213
September 2: 213
September 3: 212
September 4: 212.8
September 5: 212.8
September 6: 213
September 7: 212.8
September 8: 211.6
September 9: 213.6
September 10: 213.1
September 11: 213.9โฆ ughโฆ I keep waiting for things to be perfect for me to get on my healthy and consistent walking and eatingโฆ so it never happens. Triggers to snack will always be thereโฆ so Iโm the one that needs to adjust.
September 12: 214.5 time to change things up! Today is day 1!
September 13: 213.6 betterโฆletโs go!
September 14: 213.2 letโs keep it going!
September 15: 212.5 here we go!
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SW 253
First goal: Onederland
UGW: 153
SW 253 | June - 239.8 | July - 237.2 | August - 230.6 |
Goals:
Track everything, consistency over perfection
10,000 steps a day
Gym 4x per week
Drink two tumblers of water per day
Read 30 mins a day
One Masterclass episode a day
Walk pup around the lake everyday
September Goal: lose 6 pounds
Sept 1: 230.6
Sept 2: 230.4
Sept 3: 230.2
Sept 4: 230.8 (too much wine last night. weigh in day tomorrow, going to try and be smart today)
Sept 5: 230.4 (down 1.8 this week yayyyy)
Sept 6: 230.8
Sept 7: 230
Sept 8: 233.2 (what the heck????? not sure what happened here. I refuse to believe it.)
Sept 9: 234.2 (going in the wrong direction, gotta smarten up)
Sept 10: 232.6
Sept 11: 232 (working my way back down slowly.)
Sept 12: 231 (weekly weigh in day today. Gained 0.6 this week.)
Sept 13: 231.4
Sept 14: 232.4 (having a hard time. Going to reboot and start fresh)
Sept 15: 231.8
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My name is Donna. I am 5โ 5โ tall, 64 years old and from Michigan USA. In 2016 I weighed 253 lbs. I am on a journey of health and to get back to the real me.
Every healthy habit brings me closer to scratching each of these off to NEVER see them again!
250โs; 240โs; 230โs; 220's; 210's; 200's; 190's; 180โs; 170's; 160's; 150โs
This Challenge Starting Weight (from Aug 29th): 190.2
Goal: 186.2 (Four lb Loss)
Actual Ending Weight: xxxxx
Total Lost/Gained this month: xxxxx**********************ONE DAY, ONE STEP, ONE DECISION AT A TIME********************
Weight in blue makes me blue because itโs a gain. Weight in fuchsia pink makes me feel cheery because itโs a loss. Weight in black means no change.
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09/02-192.4-(Trend Weight 191.5)-
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09/06-189.4-(Trend Weight 191.2)-
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09/14-192.8-(Trend Weight 191.5)- Oh Poppycock! Fiddlesticks! Lots of work to do and two more days of travel this week coming up on Wednesday and Friday which will make for two long days. I MUST make good choices and I MUST still try to get some form of movement in on those days. Iโm just all over the place right now but not giving up!
09/15-193.2-(Trend Weight 191.6)- I will often eat out of boredom or because of intense cravings. I donโt think I usually eat my emotions. Or do I? Wow, it was clear yesterday that was Exactly what I was doing. A wasted day and a wasted opportunity to make a dent in my goals. Humph.
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August 31 ending weight: 182.7
September 1 beginning weight: 182.7
September weight goal: 180
๐ฅ= I met my water goal
โ๏ธ= I logged all my food
๐ง= I stayed under my sodium limit
๐งฎ= I stayed under my calorie limit
๐= I took my supplements
๐ฅ= Disc golf (golf, but with a Frisbee)
๐ถ= Steps (number)
๐๏ธ= Exercise (stretch/strength/cardio)
๐= I read for at least 30 minutes
Sep 1: 182.7 โ๏ธ๐ถ(4398)
Sep 2: 182.3 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐ง๐งฎ๐๐ถ(2154)
Sep 3: 182.7 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐ง๐๐๏ธ๐ถ(5433)
Sep 4: 182.9 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐ง๐ถ(6746)
Sep 5: 183.2 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐ง๐๐ถ(3655)
Sep 6: 182.7 โ๏ธ๐ง๐ฅ(4343) ๐ถ(3322)
Sep 7: 184.2 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐๐ถ(3450)
Sep 8: 184.8 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐๐ถ(4269)
Sep 9: DNW โ๏ธ๐๐ถ(3501)
Sep 10: 182.7 โ๏ธ๐๐๐๐๐ถ(5147)
Sep 11: 182.5 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐ง๐งฎ๐๐๐ถ(7198)
Sep 12: 183.2 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐งฎ๐๐ถ(5508)
Sep 13: 181.8 โ๏ธ๐ง๐งฎ๐๐ถ(4752)
Sep 14: 181.8 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐ง๐งฎ๐๐ถ(4119)
Sep 15: 183.2 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐๐๐ถ(6328)
Saturday: long day but good. Spent it at my daughter's, we watched the Morton Pumpkin Parade, and then went to the carnival. Had a wonderful time, but got a touch of heat exhaustion. Good food choices, but went a bit over on salt/calories.
Today: long but good. Church, then groceries, then made egg fried rice and Kung Pao Beef (both recipes from Aaron and Claire). Invited son, DIL, and grandkids over for dinner. The recipes were delicious!
Pizza protein bar: I haven't made experiment #3 yet, but I bought the ingredients for it so it'll be tomorrow or Tuesday I think.
@sherryreuter great choice on a healthy salad, and fun getting fall decor up.
@cinw1502 welcome home and happy belated birthday.
@jm216 great job, keep up the good work.
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Hi all. I'm back for September. And it's the start of spring this side of the world. So feeling super motivated.
I'm very proud of my journey so far. I'm looking forward to continuing my healthier lifestyle with you all.
My starting weight in April: 94.2kg
My current weight: 79.1kg
My goal weight for September: 76kg
September 1 - 79.1kg
September 2 - 79.2kg
September 3 - 79.2kg
September 4 - 79.0kg
September 5 - 79.0kg
September 6 - 79.4kg
September 7 - 79.0kg
September 8 - 78.9kg
September 9 - 79.2kg
September 10 - 78.9kg
September 11 - 78.8kg
September 12 - 78.6kg
September 13 - 78.5kg
September 14 - 78.3kg
September 15 - 78.3kg
September 16 - 78.2kg
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Hi I'm Darlene and have been with this group for a while - it was the first "challenge" I joined on MFP, so holds a special place in my heart. I am 64, married, (Greg - 37 years), one adult daughter (Allyson), one pup - Monty the Goldendoodle. I retired in 2020.
๐ ๐ Hello September ๐๐
Starting Weight 228
SW Dec: 228 | Jan: 217 | Feb: 212 | Mar: 207.6 | Apr 200.2 | May 194.8 | Jun: 189.6 | Jul: 187.4 | Aug: 179.8 | Sep: 174.2 | Oct: 169.6 | Nov 164.6 | Dec 164 | Jan 159.8 | Feb 156.8 | Mar 152.8 | Apr 151.6 | May 149.6 | Jun 145 | Jul 143.5 | Aug 142.4
My September Goals
๐ฃ Average 12k Steps per day
๐ Log Daily
๐ฅ Stay under my calorie range
๐ช Strength Train 3 days per week
๐ซ Cardio 3 days per week
๐ฆต PT Knee Stretch and Strength 3 days per week
๐งโโ๏ธ 1Rest day - stretch routine
๐ฆ 8+ glasses of water
๐งStay under sodium goal
โ๏ธ Get to the ideal bmi range - just 2.5 pounds to go
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For the new people I write a reflection on how my prior month's weight loss journey went. Here is mine from August for anyone that cares to read.
August Reflection
The highly anticipated terrible August came and as expected was kind of a wash. I had a wonderful time โ but it is now time to get at it. Here is the good, the bad, and the ugly truth.
First and foremost, I lost 1.1 pounds this month. My steady shrinking is still in play โ I have lost every month since I started this weight loss journey. That being said, I made it by the skin of my teeth My birthday, girls trips, and anniversary all happened this month. Phew!
Exercise was better this month. I got the green light to start unseated exercise again in August and gradually increased my steps to an average of about 12-14K steps per day.
I reached the 1,700-mile marker on my quest to walk 2,024 miles in 2024, logging about 200 miles this month, as we speak am at 1,720 miles. My tracker says that I hit my goal in Mid-October. My second goal of hitting 2,024 intentional miles is coming along โ currently at 1,337 miles, 66% of the goal. Itโs just shy of where I should be (67%), but if my body holds up โ I can do it.
I am more determined than ever to get this done, and I hope that September will get me to the ideal BMI range (just 2.5 pounds to go). Then as I mentioned last month, will see where I end up as my goal weight when I get there - 100-pound loss or January 8, 2025 (my two-year starting date) whichever comes first.
My before and after pictures for August - not the best pictures - but didn't take too many in August.
My Goals for September:- Get to ideal BMI Range (140 pounds)
- Alternate Cardio and Strength
- Average 14K Steps per day
- Continue Physical Therapy Knee exercise โ every other day
- Make up miles for intentional 2,024 in 2024 to ensure that I make it
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Week OneSep 1- 142.5 ๐๐ฅ๐ช๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งI had a set back with my knee yesterday. Switched my strength exercise to a seated one, and couldn't get on the treadmill without pain - so was below my step goal. Iced and went to bed early - feel better this morning but will take it easy today - going to call it my rest day! Did my budget and my reflection (both not pretty this month).
Sep 2 - 142 ๐๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ซ๐ฆ๐งKnee is feeling much better, iced whenever I was sitting on my bottom in front of the tube! Got my intended exercise done, a little bit of cleaning done. A productive day.
Sep 3 - 142 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ช๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งBeautiful day in CT. Got in our normal AM walk, then cleaned out the front garden. I weeded out the front flowerbed, getting ready to plant some fall mums. Picked some basil and made some tomato/basil sauce - it was just ok. Next time, add some more spice. Then it was bingo night with mom. I didn't win, but won the half time trivia contest and the door prize - I'm rich $20 (I spend $30). LOL! Mom was in a grouchy mood - her hip is bothering her AND she didn't win. โน๏ธ
Sep 4 - 143.1 ๐ฃ๐๐งโโ๏ธ๐ฆ๐ง Let's just say I did to myself and I'm not proud about it. It was one of those can't sleep days, and binged while I was up. I know it's temporary if I can turn it around today. I am not going down this road again where I get close and then sabatoge myself.
Sep 5 - 143 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ซ๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งAnother night of no sleep, didn't binge - but did eat late. I justified it because I had calories left in my day - so today adding another tracker to my list - eat within my eight hour window. I have an orthopedic appointment for me knee today, hoping another shot will help with the soreness.
Sep 6 - 142.5 ๐๐ฅ๐๐ช๐ฆ๐งOrthopedic appointment well ok. Dr is submitting a request to insurance for a gel injection. It is supposed to last about 6 months. We talked about another cortizone shot, but she thought this might be a better for me. We discussed surgery again for the meniscus tear - but she doesn't think that is the best solution at this time - the repair could make the arthritis pain worse. Also talked about just using over the counter ibuprofen - but I don't like that option. Allyson's diswasher wouldn't drain, so we went to her place after the appointment - the motor is shot. Picking up a new one and installing today. Then tonight Allyson is coming for the weekend - celebrating Greg's birthday - dinner tonight and we are going to see a play tomorrow. I'll try to stick to the plan!
Sep 7 - 142.5 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งHappy with that number. We ordered in for dinner in - asian. Did well, ate 1/2 my entre - some endamame, and a spring roll and then a Yogurt Sundae (greek yogurt with mixed fruit, whipped cream, and some granola on top) for dessert. I tracked as good as I could and with my light BF and Lunch came under! I'm out again today - going out to lunch before we go to the play - checked out the restaurant and know what I am going to order - Arugula and Beet salad with goat cheese. Expect a rise tomorrow from the two days out - fingers crossed it won't happen.
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Week TwoSep 8 - 142.4 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ช๐ฆ Had a wonderful time yesterday. Started the morning with our usual walk, it was a cool morning, the leaves are just beginning to turn, lots of acorns on the ground. We met a family with two golden doodles on our walk. I always think we should get another. Dad says no way.
We went out for lunch and my plan for the beet salad was squashed - not on the actual menu (just on the internet). I had a wedge salad instead. Greg and Allyson ordered some pretzels for an app - I had one bite. Then Greg and I split a Tirimisu (I ate most) for dessert.
The play was phenomenal. One of the best that I have seen in a long time. Great music, and ALL the cast was so talented, not just the lead. It's based on the true story scottish born singer-songwriter Johnny Reid's grandmother of a coal miner's widow raising three boys with the help of her close knit friends.
Today - one more day of celebrating Greg's birthday. The Friends of Lake Pocotopaug is a group in my town that's mission is dedicated to the improvement of the Lake Pocotopaug and its environment. They are having a wine tasting fund raiser. There is an island in the middle of the lake, a privae island available for rent. It has a main lodge and five guesthouses. We have floated my many times but have never been on it. The tasting is on the island. Looking forward to it. There is a snack with it (I'm expecting cheese) and will call this my lunch.
Sep 9 - 144 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆต๐ฆ The weekend festivities caught up to me - although I stayed under my calorie limit - being over my sodium limit a couple days in a row will get me every time. I will need to flush it out for the next few days.
Sep 10 - 143.3 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ช๐ฆ๐งBingo night with Mom, resisted the goodies - noone won! Had a hearing test done yesterday, getting my hearing aides adjusted this morning. A little worse than last time - par for the course. Then not much going on - guess it's a housework day!
Sep 11 - 142.3 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งNice swish this morning. Hearing aids adjusted, doesn't sound any different to me - but will have to do. Today getting my gel injection, then we are going to see Reagan this afternoon. It's Greg's actual birthday today.
Sep 12 - 141.7 ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐งโโ๏ธ๐ฆ๐งAnother nice swish today and my first smile in a while. Rest day yesterday; my knee was pretty sore after the injection. I got in a small zumba workout later in the day, and did a seated stretch workout as well. I really enjoyed the movie. Dennis Quaid and Penelope Miller did an outstanding job playing Ronald and Nancy Reagan. Today we are going out on the boat with my sister and brother in law. Trying to soak in the last of summer while its here. It is supposed to be a beautiful day here today, high of 80, sunny, light winds.
Sep 13 - 141.4 ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐งBeautiful day on the water yesterday, then out to lunch. I had a salad with grilled chicken, and then had a light dinner to make up for it. I missed my step goal again, and also didn't do my knee stretches which was in my plan. My knee was/is pretty sore still from the injection. Although I did earn this trophy yesterday that I was happy about - 1800 miles in my quest for 2,024 in 2024 (walking not running).
Sep 14 - 141 ๐ ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ช๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งAnother nice day in Connecticut. Went for our morning walk. Then went out for another ride on the boat, trying to take in the last days of summer. Got my steps and workouts done. Cleaned a little, all in all a good day.
Week Three
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Sep 15 - 140.7 ๐๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐ง Got it all done, nice walk in the AM, cleaned the bathrooms, relaxed a little soaking in the sun, then did my workouts in the afternoon. I tried a new Youtube channel that @lislisa123 (thank you) recommened in another group that I am in - it was fun. I like the ones that they don't talk through the whole workout. I did one with 5,000 steps.
https://www.youtube.com/@IngridKick
Sep 16 - 141.2 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ช๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งSleepless night, ate outside my time. Still under on the calories, thnking my body is adjusting. I tried a new skinnytaste recipe yesterday that was yummy, but higher in carbs than I am used to. Perhaps that was it. Today we are getting the driveway sealed, so Greg won't be joining me on my walk this morning. Just Monty and Me! . I will miss him, the morning conversation makes the time go by so fast! Here is the Skinnytaste receipe - homemade Hamburger Helper. The Skinny Taste receipe uses low fat cheese, reduced fat milk (I used skim), and just a 1/2 tsp salt. Although the calories are higher than I usually have for dinner, the serving size is 1 1/2 cups. I was satified with a cup.
I doubled the onion and garlic (we like it), and used tomato paste instead of sauce. Also, I cooked the noodles the 8 min in the broth (it calls for 8-10 min) and then the second cooking time with the milk just ONE minute (not the 8-10 it says). The noodles were just right - in IMO if you cooked it as written they would be way to mushy. Next time I might add some canned tomatoes or some fresh peas in at the end for color. Very tasty - and plenty of left overs for lunch, or tonight's quick dinner before I head out for Bingo night with Mom.
https://www.skinnytaste.com/recipe-index/?_search=hamburger+helper
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@koeitjiesa Nice steady shrinking week for you!
@cattherien Sounds like you had a wonderful weekend.
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August 31 ending weight: 182.7
September 1 beginning weight: 182.7
September weight goal: 180
๐ฅ= I met my water goal
โ๏ธ= I logged all my food
๐ง= I stayed under my sodium limit
๐งฎ= I stayed under my calorie limit
๐= I took my supplements
๐ฅ= Disc golf (golf, but with a Frisbee)
๐ถ= Steps (number)
๐๏ธ= Exercise (stretch/strength/cardio)
๐= I read for at least 30 minutes
Sep 1: 182.7 โ๏ธ๐ถ(4398)
Sep 2: 182.3 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐ง๐งฎ๐๐ถ(2154)
Sep 3: 182.7 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐ง๐๐๏ธ๐ถ(5433)
Sep 4: 182.9 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐ง๐ถ(6746)
Sep 5: 183.2 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐ง๐๐ถ(3655)
Sep 6: 182.7 โ๏ธ๐ง๐ฅ(4343) ๐ถ(3322)
Sep 7: 184.2 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐๐ถ(3450)
Sep 8: 184.8 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐๐ถ(4269)
Sep 9: DNW โ๏ธ๐๐ถ(3501)
Sep 10: 182.7 โ๏ธ๐๐๐๐๐ถ(5147)
Sep 11: 182.5 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐ง๐งฎ๐๐๐ถ(7198)
Sep 12: 183.2 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐งฎ๐๐ถ(5508)
Sep 13: 181.8 โ๏ธ๐ง๐งฎ๐๐ถ(4752)
Sep 14: 181.8 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐ง๐งฎ๐๐ถ(4119)
Sep 15: 183.2 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐๐๐ถ(6328)
Sep 16: 183.6 ๐ฅโ๏ธ๐ง๐งฎ๐๐ถ(6036)
No whoosh yet on that sodium gain. I work this morning, and while I'm at work Allen will be at his cardiologist getting the heart monitor. After work I'm not 100% sure of my schedule, whether it'll be laundry or meal prep or both. I'm tired, didn't sleep well, so this afternoon may include a nap. I think that heat on Saturday took more out of me than I realized. Tomorrow is the dentist for a cleaning, and more meal prep.
@ilive2walk - I'm glad you liked your hamburger helper recipe, and I hope you have a serene walk with Monty. I did have a wonderful weekend, thank you; and my daughter invited me to go clothes shopping with her on Saturday, so I'm looking forward to that.2 -
Good Morning! I'm Jenny, 59 years old and 5'6". I reached my goal of 55 pounds lost back in June, but my vacation in August, other travel and a new very stressful job has sent my weight creeping above my goal weight of 175 - I actually vowed to keep my maintenance window between 168-173 and never go above 175 again, and I obviously have not achieved that...so back to what was working so well before, weekday strictness and some group accountability!! I know by Day 3 I'll be feeling much better, I just need to START! I'll be traveling again this weekend, but if I can get the train back on the tracks during the week with some kind of moderate daily exercise and intermittent fasting that will make all the difference for my brain.Sept 9: 183.4 - YIKES a full 10 pounds over a week or two ago!! I am confident it will drop quickly this week with a water whoosh if I stay the course. This is what happens when you throw everything that was working for you out the window and allow the binge monster back into the house...but I started the day with a good Burpee Girl tabata workout (on Youtube) and a 15 minute yoga stretch with the Down Dog app. Those have been my go-tos for a while now, and they help keep my head screwed on straight in terms of making good choices the rest of the day! Hope everyone has a great day!
Sept 10: 180.4 - Ok I knew yesterday's number was "fake" but still it's a relief to see it go down. I was spot on with food & water, and just did a 30 min. BG cardio/weight routine with a 15 yoga stretch. It felt fantastic! A good start to Day 2! I'm expecting a little bit more of a drop tomorrow (I retain water like nobody's business when I'm being unhealthy) and so hopefully back in the 170's and breathing a little easier. Hope everyone enjoys their day!
Sept 11 - 178.4 - Back in the correct decade! And as usual by Day 3 I'm like "what was my problem? this is not so hard!" Had to make it a shorter workout today with all the work stress going on but I am determined to maintain some personal boundaries around my health and make sure I get some kind of movement in no matter what.
Sept 12 - 177.0 - I was up 3x to pee last night so had a feeling that water weight was not quite flushed! I will say I feel a million times better than I did on Monday - the past 2 days I've actually looked forward to my workouts and I feel overall not so depressed and overwhelmed by stuff going on at work or at home. Now if only I could remember that the next time I decide to plunge headfirst into the abyss! I'm traveling tomorrow so will probably be MIA until Monday, when I'm sure there will be another jump - but will be conscious of not undoing all my hard work this week! I hope everyone has a great weekend!
Sept 16 - 180.6 - Weight is up as expected after a 3 day weekend and travel...the good news is it's not fully back to what I was last Monday so I haven't totally undone all the work I did last week. I expect to get back to my low of last week maybe by Weds, then hopefully get below it by Thurs/Fri. We shall see! Regardless it was an amazing weekend - spent time at the beach and had such a fun time, great meals, too much alcohol but seriously FUN TIMES. Back on track this morning with a Burpee Girl kickboxing cardio workout and yoga stretch...as long as I can get back into the habit of getting RIGHT BACK ON TRACK I know all will be well!
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My name is Donna. I am 5โ 5โ tall, 64 years old and from Michigan USA. In 2016 I weighed 253 lbs. I am on a journey of health and to get back to the real me.
Every healthy habit brings me closer to scratching each of these off to NEVER see them again!
250โs; 240โs; 230โs; 220's; 210's; 200's; 190's; 180โs; 170's; 160's; 150โs
This Challenge Starting Weight (from Aug 29th): 190.2
Goal: 186.2 (Four lb Loss)
Actual Ending Weight: xxxxx
Total Lost/Gained this month: xxxxx**********************ONE DAY, ONE STEP, ONE DECISION AT A TIME********************
Weight in blue makes me blue because itโs a gain. Weight in fuchsia pink makes me feel cheery because itโs a loss. Weight in black means no change.
FIRST HALF OF THE MONTH
09/01- DNW -(Trend Weight DNW )-
09/02-192.4-(Trend Weight 191.5)-
09/03-192.0-(Trend Weight 191.6)-
09/04-190.8-(Trend Weight 191.5)-
09/05-190.8-(Trend Weight 191.4)-
09/06-189.4-(Trend Weight 191.2)-
09/07-189.0-(Trend Weight 191.0)-
09/08-189.6-(Trend Weight 190.9)-
09/09-191.0-(Trend Weight 190.9)-
09/10-DNW-(Trend Weight DNW)-
09/11-DNW-(Trend Weight DNW)-
09/12-DNW-(Trend Weight DNW)-
09/13-DNW-(Trend Weight DNW)-
09/14-192.8-(Trend Weight 191.5)-
09/15-193.2-(Trend Weight 191.6)- I will often eat out of boredom or because of intense cravings. I donโt think I usually eat my emotions. Or do I? Wow, it was clear yesterday that was Exactly what I was doing. A wasted day and a wasted opportunity to make a dent in my goals. Humph.
SECOND HALF OF THE MONTH
09/16-193.6-(Trend Weight 191.8)- Another emotional day that I didnโt end up handling well food-wise. No sleep last night, no TMI. Nothing seems to be going right. It can only get better from here!
09/17-xxxxx-(Trend Weight xxxxx)-
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Hello again. Been having issues with my health and trying to work. Not getting exercise but trying to eat better.
September weigh in.
Start weight:
110.5kg = 243lb
Goal weight: 107kg
1. 110.5kg ๐ด2909๐ฅ2113๐ฃ 2732
2. 110kg โฌ๏ธ ๐ด1643๐ฅ๐ฃ๐ช61 minutes walking
3. 110.6kg โฌ๏ธ๐ด1876๐ฅ2274๐ฃ3778
4. 110.4kg โฌ๏ธ ๐ด2006 ๐ฅ2625 ๐ฃ 6968
5. 110.4kg ๐ด2317๐ฅ2239๐ฃ3873
6. No weigh in ๐ด2561๐ฅ2451 ๐ฃ 4945
7. 110.2kg โฌ๏ธ ๐ด๐ฅ๐ฃ๐ช
8. No weigh in
9. No weigh in ๐ด2105 ๐ฅ 2351๐ฃ9066 ๐ช39 minutes
10. No weigh in ๐ด2050๐ฅ2354 ๐ฃ 4923
11. No weigh in ๐ด1787๐ฅ2235 ๐ฃ 3511
12. 110.5kg ๐ด2060๐ฅ2080 ๐ฃ2728
13. 111.8kg ๐ด๐ฅ
14. No weight
15. No weight
16. 109.1kg โฌ๏ธ
17. 108.7kg โฌ๏ธ
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Hi I'm Darlene and have been with this group for a while - it was the first "challenge" I joined on MFP, so holds a special place in my heart. I am 64, married, (Greg - 37 years), one adult daughter (Allyson), one pup - Monty the Goldendoodle. I retired in 2020.
๐ ๐ Hello September ๐๐
Starting Weight 228
SW Dec: 228 | Jan: 217 | Feb: 212 | Mar: 207.6 | Apr 200.2 | May 194.8 | Jun: 189.6 | Jul: 187.4 | Aug: 179.8 | Sep: 174.2 | Oct: 169.6 | Nov 164.6 | Dec 164 | Jan 159.8 | Feb 156.8 | Mar 152.8 | Apr 151.6 | May 149.6 | Jun 145 | Jul 143.5 | Aug 142.4
My September Goals
๐ฃ Average 12k Steps per day
๐ Log Daily
๐ฅ Stay under my calorie range
๐ช Strength Train 3 days per week
๐ซ Cardio 3 days per week
๐ฆต PT Knee Stretch and Strength 3 days per week
๐งโโ๏ธ 1Rest day - stretch routine
๐ฆ 8+ glasses of water
๐งStay under sodium goal
โ๏ธ Get to the ideal bmi range - just 2.5 pounds to go
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For the new people I write a reflection on how my prior month's weight loss journey went. Here is mine from August for anyone that cares to read.
August Reflection
The highly anticipated terrible August came and as expected was kind of a wash. I had a wonderful time โ but it is now time to get at it. Here is the good, the bad, and the ugly truth.
First and foremost, I lost 1.1 pounds this month. My steady shrinking is still in play โ I have lost every month since I started this weight loss journey. That being said, I made it by the skin of my teeth My birthday, girls trips, and anniversary all happened this month. Phew!
Exercise was better this month. I got the green light to start unseated exercise again in August and gradually increased my steps to an average of about 12-14K steps per day.
I reached the 1,700-mile marker on my quest to walk 2,024 miles in 2024, logging about 200 miles this month, as we speak am at 1,720 miles. My tracker says that I hit my goal in Mid-October. My second goal of hitting 2,024 intentional miles is coming along โ currently at 1,337 miles, 66% of the goal. Itโs just shy of where I should be (67%), but if my body holds up โ I can do it.
I am more determined than ever to get this done, and I hope that September will get me to the ideal BMI range (just 2.5 pounds to go). Then as I mentioned last month, will see where I end up as my goal weight when I get there - 100-pound loss or January 8, 2025 (my two-year starting date) whichever comes first.
My before and after pictures for August - not the best pictures - but didn't take too many in August.
My Goals for September:- Get to ideal BMI Range (140 pounds)
- Alternate Cardio and Strength
- Average 14K Steps per day
- Continue Physical Therapy Knee exercise โ every other day
- Make up miles for intentional 2,024 in 2024 to ensure that I make it
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Week OneSep 1- 142.5 ๐๐ฅ๐ช๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งI had a set back with my knee yesterday. Switched my strength exercise to a seated one, and couldn't get on the treadmill without pain - so was below my step goal. Iced and went to bed early - feel better this morning but will take it easy today - going to call it my rest day! Did my budget and my reflection (both not pretty this month).
Sep 2 - 142 ๐๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ซ๐ฆ๐งKnee is feeling much better, iced whenever I was sitting on my bottom in front of the tube! Got my intended exercise done, a little bit of cleaning done. A productive day.
Sep 3 - 142 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ช๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งBeautiful day in CT. Got in our normal AM walk, then cleaned out the front garden. I weeded out the front flowerbed, getting ready to plant some fall mums. Picked some basil and made some tomato/basil sauce - it was just ok. Next time, add some more spice. Then it was bingo night with mom. I didn't win, but won the half time trivia contest and the door prize - I'm rich $20 (I spend $30). LOL! Mom was in a grouchy mood - her hip is bothering her AND she didn't win. โน๏ธ
Sep 4 - 143.1 ๐ฃ๐๐งโโ๏ธ๐ฆ๐ง Let's just say I did to myself and I'm not proud about it. It was one of those can't sleep days, and binged while I was up. I know it's temporary if I can turn it around today. I am not going down this road again where I get close and then sabatoge myself.
Sep 5 - 143 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ซ๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งAnother night of no sleep, didn't binge - but did eat late. I justified it because I had calories left in my day - so today adding another tracker to my list - eat within my eight hour window. I have an orthopedic appointment for me knee today, hoping another shot will help with the soreness.
Sep 6 - 142.5 ๐๐ฅ๐๐ช๐ฆ๐งOrthopedic appointment well ok. Dr is submitting a request to insurance for a gel injection. It is supposed to last about 6 months. We talked about another cortizone shot, but she thought this might be a better for me. We discussed surgery again for the meniscus tear - but she doesn't think that is the best solution at this time - the repair could make the arthritis pain worse. Also talked about just using over the counter ibuprofen - but I don't like that option. Allyson's diswasher wouldn't drain, so we went to her place after the appointment - the motor is shot. Picking up a new one and installing today. Then tonight Allyson is coming for the weekend - celebrating Greg's birthday - dinner tonight and we are going to see a play tomorrow. I'll try to stick to the plan!
Sep 7 - 142.5 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งHappy with that number. We ordered in for dinner in - asian. Did well, ate 1/2 my entre - some endamame, and a spring roll and then a Yogurt Sundae (greek yogurt with mixed fruit, whipped cream, and some granola on top) for dessert. I tracked as good as I could and with my light BF and Lunch came under! I'm out again today - going out to lunch before we go to the play - checked out the restaurant and know what I am going to order - Arugula and Beet salad with goat cheese. Expect a rise tomorrow from the two days out - fingers crossed it won't happen.
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Week TwoSep 8 - 142.4 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ช๐ฆ Had a wonderful time yesterday. Started the morning with our usual walk, it was a cool morning, the leaves are just beginning to turn, lots of acorns on the ground. We met a family with two golden doodles on our walk. I always think we should get another. Dad says no way.
We went out for lunch and my plan for the beet salad was squashed - not on the actual menu (just on the internet). I had a wedge salad instead. Greg and Allyson ordered some pretzels for an app - I had one bite. Then Greg and I split a Tirimisu (I ate most) for dessert.
The play was phenomenal. One of the best that I have seen in a long time. Great music, and ALL the cast was so talented, not just the lead. It's based on the true story scottish born singer-songwriter Johnny Reid's grandmother of a coal miner's widow raising three boys with the help of her close knit friends.
Today - one more day of celebrating Greg's birthday. The Friends of Lake Pocotopaug is a group in my town that's mission is dedicated to the improvement of the Lake Pocotopaug and its environment. They are having a wine tasting fund raiser. There is an island in the middle of the lake, a privae island available for rent. It has a main lodge and five guesthouses. We have floated my many times but have never been on it. The tasting is on the island. Looking forward to it. There is a snack with it (I'm expecting cheese) and will call this my lunch.
Sep 9 - 144 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆต๐ฆ The weekend festivities caught up to me - although I stayed under my calorie limit - being over my sodium limit a couple days in a row will get me every time. I will need to flush it out for the next few days.
Sep 10 - 143.3 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ช๐ฆ๐งBingo night with Mom, resisted the goodies - noone won! Had a hearing test done yesterday, getting my hearing aides adjusted this morning. A little worse than last time - par for the course. Then not much going on - guess it's a housework day!
Sep 11 - 142.3 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งNice swish this morning. Hearing aids adjusted, doesn't sound any different to me - but will have to do. Today getting my gel injection, then we are going to see Reagan this afternoon. It's Greg's actual birthday today.
Sep 12 - 141.7 ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐งโโ๏ธ๐ฆ๐งAnother nice swish today and my first smile in a while. Rest day yesterday; my knee was pretty sore after the injection. I got in a small zumba workout later in the day, and did a seated stretch workout as well. I really enjoyed the movie. Dennis Quaid and Penelope Miller did an outstanding job playing Ronald and Nancy Reagan. Today we are going out on the boat with my sister and brother in law. Trying to soak in the last of summer while its here. It is supposed to be a beautiful day here today, high of 80, sunny, light winds.
Sep 13 - 141.4 ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐งBeautiful day on the water yesterday, then out to lunch. I had a salad with grilled chicken, and then had a light dinner to make up for it. I missed my step goal again, and also didn't do my knee stretches which was in my plan. My knee was/is pretty sore still from the injection. Although I did earn this trophy yesterday that I was happy about - 1800 miles in my quest for 2,024 in 2024 (walking not running).
Sep 14 - 141 ๐ ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ช๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งAnother nice day in Connecticut. Went for our morning walk. Then went out for another ride on the boat, trying to take in the last days of summer. Got my steps and workouts done. Cleaned a little, all in all a good day.
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Sep 15 - 140.7 ๐๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐ง Got it all done, nice walk in the AM, cleaned the bathrooms, relaxed a little soaking in the sun, then did my workouts in the afternoon. I tried a new Youtube channel that @lislisa123 (thank you) recommened in another group that I am in - it was fun. I like the ones that they don't talk through the whole workout. I did one with 5,000 steps.
https://www.youtube.com/@IngridKick
Sep 16 - 141.2 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ช๐ฆต๐ฆ๐งSleepless night, ate outside my time. Still under on the calories, thnking my body is adjusting. I tried a new skinnytaste recipe yesterday that was yummy, but higher in carbs than I am used to. Perhaps that was it. Today we are getting the driveway sealed, so Greg won't be joining me on my walk this morning. Just Monty and Me! . I will miss him, the morning conversation makes the time go by so fast! Here is the Skinnytaste receipe - homemade Hamburger Helper. The Skinny Taste receipe uses low fat cheese, reduced fat milk (I used skim), and just a 1/2 tsp salt. Although the calories are higher than I usually have for dinner, the serving size is 1 1/2 cups. I was satified with a cup.
I doubled the onion and garlic (we like it), and used tomato paste instead of sauce. Also, I cooked the noodles the 8 min in the broth (it calls for 8-10 min) and then the second cooking time with the milk just ONE minute (not the 8-10 it says). The noodles were just right - in IMO if you cooked it as written they would be way to mushy. Next time I might add some canned tomatoes or some fresh peas in at the end for color. Very tasty - and plenty of left overs for lunch, or tonight's quick dinner before I head out for Bingo night with Mom.
https://www.skinnytaste.com/recipe-index/?_search=hamburger+helper
Sep 17 - 140.9 ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ซ๐ฆ๐งNice night at bingo. Everyone won (something). Mom won twice - which put her in a great mood! My older sister and I each won a game, and my younger sister won the half time trivia game, plus the door prize. I came home with $20 more in my pocket! LOL! I did indulge in a bag of Sun Chips that was calling my name - didn't put me over calories or my sodium goal, but did put me outside my eating window. I am much better at resisting the sweet goodies on the table - but my younger sister brought a variety bag of chips! It's a good thing I left some wiggle room!
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Welcome to ๐๐September๐๐!
Fall is my favorite season. I live in Michigan, and I love the chilly mornings and evenings.โ๏ธ I love the sunny days and love watching the trees change colors ๐ณ ๐๐๐โฆ and the smell of fall. I donโt even mind the rainy days.
My goals this September are to:
๐Get outside and ๐ถโโ๏ธor ๐ด
๐Enjoy the season
๐Log daily
๐15 minutes of intentional exercise each day
September 1: 213
September 2: 213
September 3: 212
September 4: 212.8
September 5: 212.8
September 6: 213
September 7: 212.8
September 8: 211.6
September 9: 213.6
September 10: 213.1
September 11: 213.9โฆ ughโฆ I keep waiting for things to be perfect for me to get on my healthy and consistent walking and eatingโฆ so it never happens. Triggers to snack will always be thereโฆ so Iโm the one that needs to adjust.
September 12: 214.5 time to change things up! Today is day 1!
September 13: 213.6 betterโฆletโs go!
September 14: 213.2 letโs keep it going!
September 15: 212.5 here we go!
September 16: 211.8 what?! ๐
September 17: 212.6 no sweat ๐ small rebound ๐ ๐คฃ
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